1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bristol Blenheim. 1999 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | Blenheim | 965 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
